Based on publicly available data, we have compiled the average compensation figures for top global hedge funds that are either headquartered in London or maintain significant operations there.
Against a backdrop of record industry AUM and active hiring, these figures offer a reference point for market compensation.
Source: Various, companies house
While the "average compensation" in these public filings is diluted by the inclusion of a significant number of support staff, it nonetheless clearly underscores London's position as a high-water mark for compensation within the global financial industry.
For quantitative talent, large multi-strategy platforms—given their scale, strategy diversification, and longer track records—typically offer more competitive and relatively stable compensation. That said, peak earnings are always closely tied to individual and team performance, and go far beyond what any average figure can capture.
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